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Châteauneuf-du-Rhône Weather in December

Thinking of visiting Châteauneuf-du-Rhône in December? Expect low temperatures reaching 11°C (52°F) during the day, dropping to 3°C (37°F) at night, and note that quite a bit of rainfall is likely.

Rainfall in Châteauneuf-du-Rhône in December

Records from the past 30 years suggest around 11 days of rain, with 77 mm (3 in) average for the month. Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.

Temperature in Châteauneuf-du-Rhône in December

If you're visiting Châteauneuf-du-Rhône in December, expect highs of 11°C (52°F) and overnight lows around 3°C (37°F). December is part of winter. Cold conditions persist throughout the day, so warm clothing is important from the moment you head outside. Nights drop to 3°C (37°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

Sunshine in Châteauneuf-du-Rhône in December

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 90 hours of sunshine.

For Châteauneuf-du-Rhône itself, May and June generally stand out with the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

Châteauneuf-du-Rhône Temperature in December

Min Temperature
3°C (37°F)
Max Temperature
11°C (52°F)
Chance of Rain
38%
Precipitation
77 mm (3 in)
Rainy days
11 days
Humidity
81% *
Sunshine
90 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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* Data from: Montélimar, France (7 KM, 4 Miles).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Châteauneuf-du-Rhône in December

The weather can be unpredictable in December, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Châteauneuf-du-Rhône in December

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Swimming
    4/10
  • Cycling
    6/10
  • Walking
    6/10
  • Camping
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    6/10

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